The Erie Otters have chosen center Greg McKegg, 15, with the No. 2 pick in the 2008 OHL Priority Selection today. McKegg, (6 foot-1, 197 pounds), a St. Thomas, Ontario, native, had 73 goals, 53 assists and 126 points in 64 games this season for the Elgin Middlesex Chiefs minor midget AAA club. His four goals and nine points in six games led the Chiefs to the OHL Cup semifinals in March.
“It’s an honor to be picked second overall and I’m very excited to be coming to Erie,” McKegg said on the club's Web site, www.ottershockey.com. “Mr. Bassin spent a lot of time with my family and me and from what I have heard and experienced so far it’s a great organization and the community has been very supportive. I can’t wait to play my first game.”
His regular-season goal total ranks second to John McFarland, the Toronto Jr. Canadiens forward, among draft-eligible skaters. As expected, Sudbury announced Friday it would choose McFarland (96 goals, 165 points in 76 games) with the No. 1 pick. McKegg’s point total ranks fourth overall. He ranks eighth and ninth, respectively, on International Scouting Services Inc. and Hockey Prospects’ player lists.
The Otters will officially introduce McKegg as the newest Otter during a draft party at East Erie Turners (829 Parade Street) from 7-9 p.m.
“We expect this young man to step into our line-up and be an integral part of our building process,” Sherry Bassin, managing partner/general manager said on the club's Web site. “He’s an extremely talented player that can add some offensive punch to our team. With his ability and personality there’s no doubt in my mind that he will mesh with the other players on our team and be an outstanding contributor.”

– Victor Fernandes